The Best Cot Beds For Your Little One

Whether you're camping with Baby Cot Bed or visiting family getting a good night's rest is vital. Consider investing in one of our top rated cots cot beds to ensure your child is secure and safe (hopefully) sleeping comfortably.

This cot bed is an excellent design. It has a slim aesthetic and the frame is easy to assemble. It can also be transformed into a stylish toddler's bed.

The Mamas and Papas Coxley

The Coxley, our overall winner is loaded with features that adhere to an elegantly handcrafted style. It comes with three cot bases that are adjustable and can be turned into an infant's bed. This will keep your child happy for the first four years. It comes with two teething bars that relax gums and stop them from chewing on cot sides.

The Coxley comes in a complete nursery set that includes the stylish cotbed and an all-purpose dresser/changer. It also includes a double wardrobe. The dresser/change features a removable changing unit that can transform it from a practical baby changing station to an elegant dresser. It can be filled with your child's most loved toys and keepsakes. The drawers can be customized to match your nursery's style.

Some cots can last 10 years or more using expansion packs. It's worth keeping an eye out for these because they may be less expensive than purchasing a whole new mattress and cot later on.

The Coxley is a fantastic choice for cot beds. It's easy to put together and is well-made. It looks fantastic in any nursery. It's more expensive than other models and requires a standard-sized mattress, which you'll need to purchase separately. This is still worth looking at, however it appears to be it's a sturdy and long-lasting design.

The Silver Cross Westport

The Silver Cross Westport is an elegant and sleek option that will go well with any nursery. It has warm oak details, soft curves and a minimalist design. Parents and babies will love it. The cot bed can be used until your child is at the age of four, and can be easily converted into an adult bed by using an easy extension kit. The matching dresser comes with a handy under-bed drawer, which is perfect to store blankets and muslins, as well as teething rails to keep your baby safe while they sleep.

Our tester found this crib to be the best cot beds of the models we evaluated for its design and ease of assembly with an Allen key that comes with it so you can begin working right away. She also praised its sturdy construction and luxurious feel as it felt like it was a "real piece of investment" and also an attractive addition to any baby's nursery.

It's more expensive than the other cot beds we looked at however, it's still an affordable option that's worth the extra money for its quality and durability. The sleigh's design is striking and will make any room in which your baby is centre of attention! You can save money by purchasing accessories like teething rails and drawer. However, we would recommend buying an oval mattress rather than the standard size of a UK-sized one to avoid stretching the slats too much and creating discomfort for your baby. Our tester had no other issues with the cot, and thought it was an excellent buy.

The La Redoute Willox

As the name suggests this bed is the epitome luxurious. It is constructed of solid birch and plywood slats and is built to last. It has the French style. It also complies with French safety standards and you can rest assured that your child is in safe hands. We love the off-white finish, but it's also available in a stunning grey-green shade.

Our test subjects thought it was easy to put together and that it looked the most luxurious in our roundup. However, it's expensive and you'll need to buy a mattress separately - and when you're on a tight budget, there are cheaper alternatives out there.

The Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

If extra features are important for you, then this cot bed might be the Best cot for newborn choice. It comes with an under-bed storage drawer and teething rails. You can also alter the height of the base to three different levels so that your child doesn't have to climb out when they grow older.

The only drawback to this cot is that you will need to purchase a separate mattress which can make the cost rise even more than other models we've reviewed. The beautiful design as well as the ease of assembly and the capacity to grow with your child are all appealing and make this cot well worth the investment. Our test subjects liked this cot and believed it would be a beautiful accessory to any nursery.

The John Lewis Elementary

The John Lewis Elementary is a great option for parents who want a chic contemporary frame that can stand the test of time. It's a bit more expensive than other options we've seen, but it includes a matching changing table and wardrobe which means you can outfit your nursery in one step. Plus, it's easy to put together and comes with 3 mattress height positions so that your baby will be able to grow into it. It also comes with teething rails and an elegantly slidable drawer under to ensure that you don't need to compromise your floor space.

It's important to note that you'll need a separate mattress for this cot bed, so make sure you budget for it. You can find a decent quality mattress for less than PS100 and that's not too much of an additional expense. The only issue is that you might find it tricky to get a good fit because the cot has an oval shape, however there are a variety of kinds of mattresses that can work for it.

Many parents opt for cots for their children as they are reasonably priced and provide a comfortable sleeping space. Most cot beds are suitable for children from birth to around four years of age, however some can be converted into toddler beds by purchasing an extension kit. We've included a few these in our list, so you can look out for them if you want your cot bed to last longer.

The Wooden Cotbed

This gorgeous solid-wood cot bed is stylish and beautifully designed. It has many additional features, including an under bed drawer and three levels of base that can be adjusted. The cot can be used up to the age of 4 years old (though most will need to be converted to a toddler bed with a conversion kit, sold separately).

There is a teddy-bear canopy as well as teething bars that can be removed. The cot bed was simple for our tester to assemble. All of the pieces were clearly labeled and well-packed. It's also very small when compared to other cots we tried, making it a good option for smaller rooms.

It's not cheap at PS599 with the mattress recommended included, but it feels like an investment piece that you could well utilize it for multiple children. It looks stunning in natural wood but you can also get it in three Scandi-inspired finishes. It is easily transformed into a toddler bed (leaving the three sides in place to ensure safety) and it can be converted into a daybed or sofa when your child is ready to let go of the bars.

It's a great choice for parents who are looking for an option for a flexible sleeping solution that lasts as long as is possible. our test with parents Becki says that her Boori cot has been used by three children, so it really does seem to last the test of time. The cot has a traditional design that's suitable for a variety of homes. It is made from sustainably sourced Australian Araucaria wood and New Zealand Radiata. The cot also comes with some useful features such as the teddy bear canopy as well as teething rails. There's also the option of purchasing a reflux wedge for added comfort for children.